You will be asked about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done, which may diagnose the problem based on a visual exam. You may be referred to a doctor that focuses on skin problems or infectious diseases.

Your bodily fluids and cells may be tested to look for a cause. This can be done with:

Blood and urine samples

Cultures or a throat swab for strep

PPD skin test for tuberculosis

Biopsy of a lesion

Images may be taken of your bodily structures. This can be done with a
chest x-ray
and other imaging tests.

If a cause can be identified, it will be treated. For the nodules themselves, pain relief is all that is needed. They tend to resolve on their own in about 6 weeks. They will not cause scarring. Treatment options include the following:

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